New Jersey § 38:23a-2

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 38:23a-2, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38:23a-2.

When the qualifications for any examination or test for, or appointment or election

to any office, position or employment under the government of this State, or of any

county, municipality, school district or other political subdivision of this State,

or under any board, body, agency or commission of this State, or of any county, municipality

or school district, includes a maximum age limit, any person who, heretofore and subsequent

to July 1, 1940 , entered or hereafter, in time of war, shall enter the active military or naval service

of the United States or the active service of the Women's Army Corps, the Women's

Reserve of the Naval Reserve or any similar organization authorized by the United

States to serve with the Army or Navy, including service as a member of the American Merchant Marine during World War II

which is declared by the United States Department of Defense to be eligible for federal

veterans' benefits, shall be deemed to meet such maximum age requirement, if his actual age, less the

period of such service, would meet the maximum age requirement in effect on the date

the person entered into such service of the United States. As used in this section the term “ war ” shall include the conflicts in Viet Nam and Korea.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 38:23a-2

What does New Jersey Statutes § 38:23a-2 cover?

Section 38:23a-2 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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